Tennessee Tech Defeats Southeast Missouri State 85-74
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 9:05 PM ET · Hooper Eblen Center
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles 85, Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles?
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles beat Southeast Missouri State Redhawks 85-74 at Hooper Eblen Center on December 18, 2025.
Who was favored in Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles?
Southeast Missouri State Redhawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.
In an exciting matchup, the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles secured a decisive 85-74 victory over the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks at the Hooper Eblen Center. This win marks a significant moment for Tennessee Tech, as they had previously lost both meetings against Southeast Missouri State earlier in the season. The Golden Eagles now improve to a 7-6 record, while the Redhawks fall to 5-8.
Tennessee Tech entered the game with a 5-5 record over their last ten games, riding a two-game winning streak. Their recent form has seen them score an average of 81.9 points per game while allowing 77.5 points. In their last five games, they averaged 80.6 points scored but struggled defensively, allowing 87.6 points. Their home record stood at 3-1 prior to this match, showcasing their strength on their own court.
On the other side, Southeast Missouri State also held a 5-5 record in their last ten games, but they were on a three-game winning streak coming into this contest. The Redhawks averaged 79.6 points scored and 74.0 points allowed during this span. Their last five games yielded an average of 79.8 points scored and 71.8 points allowed, indicating a solid defensive performance recently. However, their away record was only 2-4, which highlighted their struggles when not playing at home.
The betting market favored Southeast Missouri State, with DraftKings listing them at -2.5 for the spread, indicating they were slight favorites. The total for the game was set at 155.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring affair. Tennessee Tech's moneyline was +124, while Southeast Missouri State's was -148, further emphasizing the competitive nature of the matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details, but the overall health of both teams could have played a role in their performances. The conditions inside the Hooper Eblen Center were conducive to basketball, allowing for a fast-paced game that fans enjoyed.
Throughout the game, viewers witnessed key moments that shifted the momentum. Notably, BJ Ward made a driving layup to bring Southeast Missouri State within eight points at 79-71, but Tennessee Tech responded effectively with free throws from Ty Owens and Brandon Muntu to extend their lead. The Golden Eagles maintained their advantage through the final minutes, demonstrating composure under pressure.
The final score of 85-74 not only signifies a crucial win for Tennessee Tech but also highlights their ability to perform at home, overcoming their earlier defeats to Southeast Missouri State. This game serves as a testament to their resilience and potential as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SEMO -2.5 | 155.5 o -105 / u -115 | Southeast Missouri State Redhawks -148 · Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles +124 |
Leaders
- PointsDani Pounds22Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- AssistsTy Owens3Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- ReboundsMekhi Cameron7Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- PointsBJ Ward19Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- AssistsBJ Ward4Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
- ReboundsBJ Ward6Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
Recent form
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
Last 10: 5-5Streak W281.9 scored · 77.5 allowed per game3-1 at home
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Southeast Missouri State Redhawks
Last 10: 5-5Streak W379.6 scored · 74 allowed per game2-3 away
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Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
| East Tennessee State | 23-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Mercer | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Wofford | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Samford | 18-14 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Furman | 22-13 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Western Carolina | 15-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| UNC Greensboro | 15-19 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Chattanooga | 13-19 | 6 | 7-11 |
| The Citadel | 11-22 | 6 | 7-11 |
| VMI | 6-26 | 12 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Southeast Missouri State Redhawks | Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-60 | 22-50 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 8-26 | 6-15 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 40 |
| Free throws | 24-31 | 35-42 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 27 |
| Assists | 9 | 12 |
| Steals | 4 | 7 |
| Blocks | 5 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 25 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 30 |
| Fouls | 28 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 47 | 49 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-59Dani Pounds makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-60Dani Pounds makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-63Malik Ferguson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ja'Quavian Florence assists)
- 2nd Half50-63Troy Cole Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-63Troy Cole Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-63Troy Cole Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-63Luke Almodovar makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-64JaJuan Nicholls makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-65JaJuan Nicholls makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-66Mekhi Cameron makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-67Mekhi Cameron makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-67Elliot Lowndes makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half55-69Dani Pounds makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half56-69Braxton Stacker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-69Braxton Stacker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-71Dani Pounds makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-71Marqueas Bell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-71Marqueas Bell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-72Dani Pounds makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-72Luke Almodovar makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-72Luke Almodovar makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-73Dani Pounds makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-74Dani Pounds makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-74BJ Ward makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-74Landren Blocker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-74Luke Almodovar makes 24-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half67-76Brandon Muntu makes driving layup (Ty Owens assists)
- 2nd Half67-77Mekhi Cameron makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-77BJ Ward makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-77BJ Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-78Ja'Quavian Florence makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-79Ja'Quavian Florence makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-79BJ Ward makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-80Ty Owens makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-81Mekhi Cameron makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-81BJ Ward makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half74-82Brandon Muntu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-83Brandon Muntu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-84Ty Owens makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-85Ty Owens makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles, below favours Southeast Missouri State Redhawks.
Venue
- Hooper Eblen CenterCookeville, TN
- Attendance751
- OfficialsKevin Mathis, Jabir Walker, Kindric Link
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